1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 512 M | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |